How many syllables in “he”?
syllable in "he"
Word details
Syllables
1
he
Letters
2
h · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “he”
The word “he” contains 1 syllable, divided as he. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "he" have?
"he" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "he" into syllables?
"he" is divided into syllables as: he.
What is the Scrabble score for "he"?
The Scrabble score for "he" is 5 points.
Using “he” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "he" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “he” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “he”
The letters in “he” can be rearranged to spell one other word: eh.